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FL09 LYV

2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

Black Petrol 4735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,946 mi
Last recorded35,946 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage25,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 LYV
MakeAston Martin
ModelV8 Vantage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,735cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 35,946 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 35,855 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 35,806 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 35,717 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 35,570 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 35,290 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 34,616 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 34,616 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 33,437 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 33,437 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 32,593 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 32,593 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 30,750 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,949 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 23,629 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 20,084 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 16,780 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,357 miles

How Reliable is the Aston Martin V8 Vantage?

Based on 61,949 MOT tests across 4,210 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,527
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 209
coil spring broken 188
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 180
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 173
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FL09 LYV is a 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage in Black with a 4,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 25,947 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Aston Martin V8 Vantage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL09 LYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Aston Martin V8 Vantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL09 LYV registered?

FL09 LYV is a 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is FL09 LYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 LYV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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